Special Education Teacher

Overview

Help Us Grow Impactful Programs for Students with Autism & Behavioral Needs. Good Will-Hinckley (GWH) believes every student deserves access to engaging, meaningful learning opportunities. We are expanding our Glenn Stratton Learning Center programming for students with autism and behavioral needs, creating personalized pathways for growth, communication, independence, and success. We are looking for dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teachers to join our GWH team.

This is a Monday – Friday 7:30am to 3:30pm for the 2026/2027 school year. Working 185 Academic days.

For over 130 years, the Good Will idea to provide a home and helping hand to boys and girls in need has stood tall and proud on the campus of Good Will-Hinckley in Hinckley, Maine. As a young boy, George Walter Hinckley offered his food and bed to an orphan seeking refuge in his home. From that act of kindness sprang the enduring gift to the world:
The Good-Will Idea.

The Special Education Teacher in the Glenn Stratton Learning Center program provides direct academic and behavioral instruction to students as part of a team-based approach to educational programming for students with autism and behavioral needs.

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Maine Department of Education (282) Special Education Certification appropriate to teaching position.
• Certification as a Behavioral Health Professional or willing to obtain BHP
• Experience working with students who demonstrate significant behavioral, social, and emotional difficulties
• Flexible and able to multi-task; can work within an ambiguous, fast-moving environment
• Satisfactory references and background check
• Valid Driver’s License

• Wage range $45,000 - $58,000
• EPL and sick time
• Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD and Life
• Maine State Retirement and 401k
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career Pathways and Professional Development – Good Will-Hinckley is committed to helping employees grow and advance their careers. We provide clear career pathways that outline progression opportunities across roles and departments. Employees are encouraged to develop new skills through ongoing education, training programs, certifications, mentoring, and professional development opportunities. By combining practical experience with continued learning, team members can prepare for greater responsibilities and future leadership positions within the organization.

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A full job description will be available if interviewed.

We are an equal opportunity employer.